A national security industry association and approved security industry association for security providers, providing industry education, compliance and business services.
We have been providing friendly, helpful support to our members for over 50 years.
Membership is available to all security service providers throughout Australia. In today’s highly regulated security industry it is imperative for licence holders’ to fully understand their compliance obligations, achieving and maintaining compliance and being able to dedicate the time and resources to the growth of their business.
Member Benefits
As a member of SPAAL you have access to a number of benefits and special offers which will help move your business forward.
· Business templates, policies and other publications
· Online store for the purchase of security equipment and products
· Alarm Monitoring Centre Certification Scheme
· Compliance Inspection Scheme
· Latest industry news and information from the SPAAL website
· Regular updates on licensing and regulatory changes
· Updates on workplace relations, health and safety and other compliance issues
· Award pay rates and schedules updates
· Member Area with a range of industry information, business forms and templates
· Promotion of SPAAL members to consumers
· Business listing on the SPAAL website member directory for corporate members
· Advocacy to Federal and State Governments on industry issues
· Development of standards, codes and best practice guidelines
· Continuing Professional Development program
Latest News
The latest updates in the Security Industry
Setting An Agenda For 2026: Compliance – A Competitive Advantage
Now that we’ve sailed past Australia Day, we’re properly into the corpoprate new year and it is a good moment […]
High Visibility Events And Front Line Private Security
Big events place private security providers and security officers under greater pressure and increased public and regulatory scrutiny. There is […]
Private Security Licensing Reviews: Why State-by-State Compliance Still Matters
Private security licensing in Australia remains a state-based regulatory framework, and recent reviews and reforms across multiple jurisdictions highlight why […]
Australia’s National AI Plan: What It Means for the Security Industry
The Australian Government has released its National AI Plan, setting out how artificial intelligence will be managed, monitored and supported […]
Recruitment & Skills Pressures In The Electronic Security Sector
Australia’s electronic security sector — including CCTV, access control, alarms and integrated security systems — continues to expand as technology […]
Free Short Courses To Help Strengthen Business Skills
Running a security business requires up-to-date knowledge across finance, tax, record keeping, workforce management and cybersecurity. But there is support […]